Can you hear black holes collide?
Einstein’s general theory of relativity predicts that black holes exist and that they emit ‘gravitational waves’. Although indirect evidence exists for these gravitational waves they have so far proved too elusive to detect. All this may change in the next couple of years with new detectors that are highly sensitive to changes in gravity.
Exploring the Solar System: mankind or machine?
The United Kingdom is contributing its unique research expertise to the next generation of missions to other planets in our Solar System. The ExoMars rover due for launch to Mars in 2013, and on show at the exhibition, is being built by Astrium Ltd, a UK company.
How do sharks and crabs sense depth? Crabs in space and out of their depth
Crabs and sharks are providing useful models for human systems of balance and orientation. Now it is also known they can sense water depth.
Is there anybody out there? Looking for new worlds
In just 12 years the number of planets identified outside our Solar System has risen from none to nearly 300. A planet just like Earth has yet to be found, with most being closer in size to Jupiter.